Dental x-rays

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Development of baby teeth

Development of permanent teeth

Tooth anatomy

X-ray - teeth

Normal number, structure, and position of the teeth and jaw bones. No cavities or other abnormalities.

Dental x-rays may be used to identify the following:

• The number, size, and position of teeth
• Unemerged or impacted teeth
• The presence and extent of dental caries (cavities)
• Bone damage (such as from periodontitis)
• Abscessed teeth
• Fractured jaw
• Malocclusion of teeth
• Other abnormalities of the teeth and jaw bones

Review Date: 08/12/2005
Reviewed By: Johanna Jacobs, D.D.S., General and Cosmetic Dentistry, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.